I’ll be the first to admit I’ve always struggled with the concept of “self-love” and I’d be lying if I said I’ve reached a place where I’m happy with myself. Everyday is a struggle for me but everyday I also remind myself that these things take time and I’m definitely, slowly, learning to love myself. I don’t just mean loving myself physically but also loving myself for my emotional and mental abilities as well!
When I found out I hurt both of my ankles really bad I was devastated because all I could think about was how I couldn’t go on runs anymore or lift heavy weights. I’m still upset about that of course but over the past few days I’ve been able to participate in hobbies that I used to do a lot like reading and painting. Also I’ve come up with new workout plans that I can do which will not affect the healing of my ankles at all
Today’s workout consisted of only abs and arms and not too much lower body movement but I can feel the soreness already! Since I had to mix up my workout a bit, I was able to pinpoint different muscles that I don’t usually strenuously workout daily! lt’s been super hard trying to have a positive outlook the past week but I’m slowly getting there mentally and hopefully soon I’ll be there physically!
Hoping for a speedy recovery
P.S. love yourself because there could be times that you’re the only one who can save yourself
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Fear is a ubiquitous presence. It’ll always be there behind you, lingering over your shoulder, and whispering in your ear.
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That’s what stops people from doing what they love, but if it’s always going to be there, shouldn’t we figure out a way to fight it? Shouldn’t we learn to ignore it?
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You’re always going to be afraid, so might as well just do it Feel the fear deep in your bones, and say, “Fuck it.”

“You yourself, as much is anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection” - Buddha
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As cliché as it may be to say love yourself, it’s such a tried and true statement. If you don’t learn to accept and love yourself (flaws and all), you will struggle your entire life to accept and love others

The same standards you had before the relationship make sure you have them while you're in the relationship too.

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Because we all need a reminder sometimes that we are capable of more than we give ourselves credit for. We are often our worst and harshest critics. Learn to believe in and love yourself and you will be unstoppable.

I love you, even if: you cried today you cried for the last year non stop you didn’t get everything done on your to do list you feel like a failure you actually failed at something you ate the same Sainsbury’s pizza 3 days in a row (guilty!) you binge watched Season 2 of 13 Reasons Why in one day and got no work done you went to work but we’re so distracted by your relationship situation or an argument you had or a health concern, that you basically did no work you felt so insecure you caked your face with makeup you cake your cake with makeup daily you failed a test, exam or you missed a deadline you forgot to do something you promised you would you did something that hurt someone else (it’s really okay) you have no idea why you do why you do what you do you have no idea what you want to do next you didn’t eat perfectly today or the last week, month or year you didn’t workout you didn’t do yoga... or you did but you weren’t present you weren’t as productive as you want to be you know you aren’t as kind to yourself as you could be you don’t say nice things to yourself you don’t love yourself.

Hun. Babe. Love. Miracle being. Human bean. Love bug. Gorgeous soul. You’re still loved and worthy and enough just as you are right now today. Hear me when I say, in this moment, there is nothing wrong. You are wonderful. And life is here for you. And so am I. And you can be there for you too. It’s all good right now. I promise

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HEALTH IS ABOUT YOU.
This photo is me, on a road trip, at about 6am, fresh out of my sleeping bag, out from my tent with no make up or freshly washed hair. Sleepy faced and imperfect. I just felt like myself that morning. *
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Health is not just about food and exercise and not even about meditation. It's about you, how you feel without make-up or even naked. It's about the thoughts you have towards yourself. It's about how comfortable you are on your own, in your own skin. *
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So if you are stuck because you don't know if you should start with healthy food or an exercise program....... just start with a smile.

The ULTIMATE fitness #goal
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What is your definition of the ultimate fitness goal? What does it look like? How does it feel once you achieve it?
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From a young age, participating in athletics, I was always living up to a pre defined fitness goal. Fast forward to being a young adult, I competed in bodybuilding for two years, chasing a pre defined physique goal. And NOW social media has taken the roll of defining what the ultimate fitness goal is. -
I’m human. I’m a woman living in today’s society that still defines us by how beautiful, fit, or worthy we are by how our external shell looks. I have an Instagram account that grew from praising my appearance that fit to these pre defined goals and standards. I am not free now from the temptation to destroy myself mentally and physically to have that body again to live up to these pre defined goals and expectations.
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BUT the one thing that continuously aligns me back to my own PERSONAL definition of the ultimate fitness goal is knowing i have the ability and power of CHOICE.
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The choice to define my standards.
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The choice to live inside my goals.
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Take a minute today, and reflect that YOU are CHOOSING your choices for YOU.

Hey loves. As I was studying & reading this morning, I came across this scripture which further confirmed my message in my previous post about giving our hurts and brokenness to God as sacrifice. This verse is letting us know that he desires it, and will not reject it. My spirit is rejoicing with this promise!!

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I guess now you know the purpose of being happy.
The purpose to live for YOUR OWN SELF Isn't self love the best?

Fact: The picture on the left was taken at my senior prom. I was on the no carb, high fat diet so I could look good in my prom dress. My cholesterol was out of control, my blood sugars were high and I was moody, cranky and light headed most of the time. I couldn’t exercise because my back and knees would hurt. I seriously didn’t know what I was doing. I just wanted results FAST.
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Also fact: the picture on the right is of me today. I am a proud c-section mom of one beautiful girl. I eat lots of food from all the food groups. I treat myself. I enjoy life. I’m happy and strong. I workout everyday and lift weights from home. My weight loss is up and down but my muscle gains are steady. My back no longer hurts because I have a strong core and the muscles around knees get lots of stretch time. My mind is clear, I’m excited about life and I have so much love for myself and others. I’ve been doing this for 3 years and I’m excited to be doing this till I’m old and grey.
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How much have you changed in the past 5,10,15,20 years?
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Everyone knows I love a good pair of heels, but nothing beats the feeling of kicking off my heels and taking an hour to experience a Nia class. We were made to be barefoot!

I'm very open and don't mind answering questions from people who are really trying to move on after a bad situation. I'm a firm believer in not caring about the thoughts of others. You don't know how many people I know won't be with the one they love because they will look "stupid" or "people" will talk about them.
Won't show their happiness because they are embarrassed that they thought the last person they were with was the one. Can't be happy in their current situation because they are hanging on to the past hurts that someone else caused. I've always been able to let go and let God.
I hate no one and I don't hold on to negative energy. My goal is to be happy and to teach others how to be happy. Don't worry about the thoughts of others. Judgement is not the job God gave them. Be happy and spread happiness to the those around you. Live for the moment!

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Every piece of your broken heart is a stepping stone back to who you truly are.
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